Michigan makes perfect sense as a lead market for the Volt -- before production is rolled out for other states -- as the lithium-ion battery cells are assembled into battery packs in Brownstown Township, Michigan, while the Volt itself is built at a plant in Hamtramck, Michigan.

Expect a few Volts to be loaned to at least one utility company in Michigan for testing before the official launch by the end of this year, according to Automotive News. When production does begin in full force, GM is planning to make 8000 to 10,000 vehicles during the first full year.

In December, GM said it was working with utilities across the nation to prepare markets to charge cars requiring improved infrastructure, like the Volt and Nissan Leaf.

"It is natural that California is the lead market for Volt. Not only is it the largest automotive market, Californians are known to be leaders in adopting groundbreaking new technologies," said Brent Dewar, GM vice president, Global Chevrolet Brand, in a December statement.

What's also significant to note is that, depending on engineering progress, a few Volts could be released to customers before November. Then again, we've still got a long way to go before November -- anything can happen.